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Welcome to the Slingshot25 resource hub! You've found your go-to destination for expert perspectives on leadership, change, culture, communication, and everything in between.Quick Reads
Our team brings decades of real-world experience to the table, and this is where we share what we’ve learned (and what we’re still learning). From navigating complex organizational change to building inclusive, high-performing teams, our articles are packed with practical wisdom and thought-provoking ideas to help leaders at every level thrive.
Whether you’re looking for a quick tip or a deep dive, there’s something here to fuel your next step forward.
It’s in the soup
I want to live in a world with better, braver leaders. Brené Brown Brené Brown said that is why she started her company. We started Slingshot25 for the same reason. Since launching our business, a fine point has been put on the need for leadership, or maybe more...
Negotiation – The Change Killer
Negotiation is the cold-blooded killer behind countless failed attempts at change. Change happens when you make a decision and refuse to accept any other outcome than making it happen. Look at any unsuccessful change, and somewhere you will find a point where going...
What’s waiting for you
Ever have a day when the phrase, "I don't wanna," goes through your head? Get out of bed? -- Yeah, rather I'd stay here.Go to work. -- OK. It'll be fine once I get there.That big presentation that you've been preparing for -- I'll be good when it's over. This is...
You’re just not that big a deal
“You’re just not that big a deal.” These are the words (poor grammar and all) printed on a big sign that hangs just inside our front door here at the Slingshot25 office. Why would we display a giant insult to greet all our guests? Because we believe in sharing wisdom...
The climb
In change, we often talk about the “J” curve. The ultimate drop that every person, team and organization will feel as a result of the change. We talk about the leap, the fall, the fact that leaders get to “skip the dip.” What has been less visible, less talked about,...
The one size that fits all
We are often asked about which change and leadership development models we use. Our work at Slingshot25 is model agnostic and here are a couple of reasons why. Not all models are created equal. If a model provides structure, creates a common language, and is memorable...
Leaders help people deal with loss
When change happens, we can: Lose our sense of direction Lose power. Lose confidence. Lose our sense of belonging. Lose control. Lose influence. Lose our ability to know what comes next. Lose what we thought we knew. Lose our desire to shower. Lose our feelings of...
Change is hard
How many times have you heard this? Perhaps, you’ve even said it. Have ever asked yourself “Why? Why is change so hard?” And why is this challenge with change so consistent and so predictable? Does it ever get easier? Basically, no. So long as you are human, you will...
Like it or not
Performance is a function of likability. Like it or not. If you want to get a great deal done, you will have a better shot if people like you. When people like you, they say nice things about you, they will do favors for you if asked, and they are pleasant and...
Invisible glue
We were in the middle of a very important, super complex project. The expectations and the pace were high. The room for failure and excuses was nonexistent. We were seeing delays, feeling stress, and dealing with challenges due to data integrity issues and unclear...
Leadership moments are invisible
When do you lead? How do you know when a moment calls for leadership? How do you know what leadership action to take in that moment? These seem like silly questions, but they might be the most important, least considered questions for leaders. If you’re a leader, it’s...
Hit it next time
People know what to do. They don’t always know how to do it. Ever watch a youth sports coach say something super helpful to a kid like, “hit it next time?” When coaches give that kind of feedback, a sarcastic comment might float through your head like, “oh, thank...
There’s a fine line
The line between what’s real and what’s imaginary can be a fine line. Real leaders exist. You’ve worked for them. You might be one. You may even consider yourself one of the best. Just as real is the fact that many people call themselves leaders who don’t actually...
Know Oneself
The workplace is flooded with assessments designed to give us insight on who we are, how we fit in, how we stand out, and how we screw up. Assuming you’ve spent some amount of your development time on assessments, here’s a quiz to test how much you’ve learned about...
